HB3606 Summary

• Amends the Criminal Identification Act to reduce objection filing deadlines for expungement and sealing petitions from 60 days to 15 days for petitioners who have met all eligibility requirements and demonstrated employment.

• Requires hearings on objections for such eligible petitioners to be held within 15 days, accelerating the review process compared to standard timelines.

• Applies only to petitions where the individual has satisfied all statutory eligibility criteria for expungement or sealing and has shown proof of employment.

• Becomes effective January 1, 2022.